Art for the Holidays in 5 Trending Styles
Art is the best holiday decor solution you’ve probably never thought of. A single piece of art has the power to instantly change the dynamic of a room. No matter what your decorative style is, there’s plenty of art to complement it.
Find the decorative style that suits you best in one of our five favorite collections and discover compatible, eye-catching prints fit for the holidays and, in some cases, all year.
Farmhouse Festive
Shiplap backdrops, aged surfaces and woodsy wonder for homespun comfort.
The Decorator: You’re a natural crafter with shabby-chic taste who craves all things homemade and worn-in.
The Art: Wall art with distressed textures and chipped wood backgrounds featuring old-country signage, farm animals, and forest friends pair best with this style. Even if you don’t actually live the farm or cabin life, you can use wall art to easily achieve this look in a neutral space.
Decor Tip: Adding a rustic wreath can be a perfect complement to your farmhouse-inspired wall art. It’s an easy way to add a bit more dimension to your curation.
Warm & Whimsical
Bright hues, silly characters and kitschy humor for festive fun.
The Decorator: Your sense of humor shines through your style, you live for memes, and love to decorate without taking yourself too seriously.
The Art: Colorful, offbeat art featuring movie quotes, goofy puns, cartoonish characters, and laughably awkward scenes is better than any mantle exhibit of quirky holiday cards. This style demands attention and enhances spaces that are already vibrant and playful.
Decor Tip: Avoid making permanent holes for art that won’t last year-round by mounting a floating wall shelf to lean your holiday art and knick-knacks on. It’s easy to swap new items in when the season ends. We recommend a shelf with a lip in the front to prevent your art from sliding off.
Winter Wonderland
Sweeping landscapes, arctic wildlife and stunning realism for seasonal beauty.
The Decorator: Your style is practical, you don’t get too holiday-hyped, and you prefer to appreciate the winter from indoors.
The Art: Landscape and wildlife photography depicting vast snowscapes and wintery animals is the way to go. Any time and any home – this style works indefinitely. Favoring seasonal over holiday decor is a perfect evergreen approach that will boost the lifespan of your decor.
Decor Tip: Bring nature indoors with artwork that complements your existing decor. When decorating with winter-inspired art, be sure to select pieces that can last beyond the holidays.
Merry Metallic
Frosty silvers, glimmering golds, and matte undertones for a modern edge.
The Decorator: You’re a sophisticated homeowner or apartment dweller who opts for decor with clean lines, muted color schemes, and sleek finishes.
The Art: Canvas art featuring bold graphics or typography highlighted with pops of metallic sparkle over single or two-toned backgrounds is on-trend. Not only does it fit naturally with the season of lights and New Year glam–it fits seamlessly into your modern abode any time of year.
Decor Tip: The best accessory to this artwork style is a frame that accentuates a metallic look. iCanvas offers mottled gold and silver floating frames for all canvas artwork.
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Traditional Tidings
Traditional scenes, romantic styles and a touch of vintage for a nostalgic spirit.
The Decorator: You’re a sentimental Christmas traditionalist who’s accustomed to celebrating the holiday in its most timeless form.
The Art: Canvas prints with familiar faces of Santa, elves, and reindeer depicted with soft brush strokes and diffused light make for a great centerpiece. If the tinsel, gilded ornaments, and star-topped tree are mainstays in your home, a piece of artwork is your final touch.
Decor Tip: Keep it simple. A big, bold piece of art goes a long way on its own to set the tone for an entire room. A large print brings out the intricate details of a piece that tells a visual story of Christmas magic.
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I love your tip about having a system that is practical and appropriate to the time. My wife and I want to paint some nature scenes and need some help. We’ll have to consider painting some Christmas landscapes in the future.